Karina De La Cruz
New York,NY
Summary
Driven healthcare worker with more than 5 years of experience. Precise and methodical professional with comprehensive experience in obtaining samples for medical testing. In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, infection control procedures, data entry and retrieval. Diligent and detail-oriented with expertise in analyzing biological samples in laboratory settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Associate
NYC Health + Hospitals
New York, NY
10.2022 - Current
- Developing strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Improving patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Maintain clean and well-organized environment for patient happiness and safety.
- Collect biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Obtaining patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Perform 12 lead EKG with providers orders
- Observed changes in the physical condition of a patient and reported any issues immediately to the nurse supervisor.
Specimen Processor
Bio Reference Labs
New York, NY
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Collected test specimens, directly swabbing patients.
- Explained testing procedure to patients to promote knowledge and understanding.
- Adhered to strict direct patient contact protocols to reduce spread of virus.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to determine needs and support daily objectives.
- Prepared, processed and analyzed lab samples.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Collected and prepared nasal-pharyngeal samples for PCR testing of COVID-19 in accordance with standard methods and processes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jewish Healing Center
The Bronx, NY
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop treatment plans for diabetic patients.
Certified Health Aide
Sunray Home Care
New York, NY
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Prompted independent living skills to geriatric patient's with dementia from ages 80 to 98.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medications administration and all doctors appointment.
- Maintained detailed records of patients vitals and weekly progress.
- Updated patients records with lasted treatment's and progress notes.
- Carried out written and oral instructions provided by a registered nurse and doctors.
Phlebotomist & EKG Technician
ABC
New York, NY
12.2019 - 03.2021
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY05-2026
Skills
- Communication skills
- Clinical quality standards
- HIPAA Compliance
- Time management
- Bilingual
- Vital signs documentation
- EPIC
- BLS certified
- Laboratory analysis
Timeline
Patient Care Associate
NYC Health + Hospitals
10.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jewish Healing Center
04.2022 - 07.2022
Specimen Processor
Bio Reference Labs
11.2021 - 09.2022
Certified Health Aide
Sunray Home Care
05.2020 - 10.2021
Phlebotomist & EKG Technician
ABC
12.2019 - 03.2021
Associate of Science - Biology
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
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